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The average rate is $14/hr as of October 2023
The average star rating for dog trainers is 4.8
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I am a dog owner and lover. I am a photographer who is looking for some additional income. Good with children and dogs Have dog sat/house sat for friends and family but not professionally. I have experience with dog training, agility, as well as working with photographing dogs and horses. Light pet...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
Recent reviews:
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Amy is an incredibly kind, caring, and compassionate individual - care taking is at the very core of her being and has been from a young age. Amy was born to love, nurture, and lead, and her creativity becomes...
Reviewed by Lindsay W.
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I have a lot of experience working with dogs with all different needs. I enjoy taking dogs on long walks or short ones if that's what they need! I have experience giving medication and working on basic obedience training. I have been fostering dogs for around 10 years as well as dog sitting while...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet transportation, Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I love pets! I have a 1-year-old black lab and she is my best friend. I rescued her when I was in college volunteering at the ANICERA animal hospital. She was 3 months old when I got her. I love playing with dogs and walking them is so much fun. I think dogs are such angels and should be loved and...
Salma can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Dogs are truly therapy. I've had a family dog all my life and now a cockapoo myself. I encourage set dog routines and or training habits.
Aubrie can also help with: Pet walking, Pet transportation
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I trained our family dog to do basic commands and I walked him as well. Then I adopted my own dog 5 years ago who is very well behaved. I have also walked dogs for several years through Wag! We can discuss hourly rates based on what you're looking for. Can't wait to take care of your dog!
Kaitlin can also help with: Pet walking, Pet transportation
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Hello! I have 8+ years experience handling and caring for a large variety of animals through my work at a mobile petting zoo as well as a lifetime of experience with my own animals. I currently have two dogs (shepherd mixes) ages 1. 5 and 2 yrs old and one cat. The animals I have experience with...
Samantha can also help with: Daily feeding, Pet sitting, Pet walking, Grooming, Boarding, Pet transportation
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Hi!
I grew up assisting my dad training and showing dogs across Asia. I currently pet sit and train dogs in my free time. I have a 3-year-old German shepherd with whom I spend my weekends exploring the outdoors.
I truly understand dog behavior and would love to help you with all your pet needs!
Amitaayu can also help with: Pet sitting, Dog training, Pet transportation, Pet walking
Rachel C.
Aldie, VA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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As a dog mom myself, I have over 10 years of having dogs in my home. I am experienced with all ages and sizes, from training pups to elderly dogs.
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Pet transportation
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Extensive pet care knowledge: My mom gave me a cat when I was 2 years old after my brother was born, that way we both had babies to take care of - then raised said cat for the next 18 years! More recently, I spent the last 15 years raising Great Danes, with the last one spending lots of time in...
Adriana B.
Herndon, VA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have experience dog sitting and house sitting. I've taken care of both large and small dogs, mostly mid-aged. I am available to house sit and walk dogs on weekends and can house sit during the week as I work remotely (provided internet is available). I prefer to work with easy going and...
Adriana can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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My family has 10+ Pets, which I help take care of. I have about 2 years of paid experience taking care of animals, and I am a friend to all creatures. I also help train dogs on Friday evenings.
Faith can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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I have a lifetime of experience with dogs, having my own for 20+ years and I understand the need for proper and quality care. I offer in home overnight care and am able to offer extended stays.
In home petsitting rates per night are:
$75 per dog
$100 for two dogs
For additional dogs please...
Jenny can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Eliza D.
Herndon, VA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Eliza and I would love to offer my help with taking care of your lovely pet(s), looking after children, and/or housekeeping. I am very responsible, dependable, and eager to assist with your needs whatever they may be.
As a pet sitter, I have had 2 dogs and 2 cats and 2 rabbits of my...
Eliza can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Administration of medicine
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I have successfully trained 4 of my own dogs (and quickly trained some of my friends dogs to sit, touch & lay down!) Sit, stay, lay down, leave it, stay & wait, high five, rollover & touch! I can teach them to heel or walk on the left side & maintain good composure on walks! I love dogs! And love to...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Dog training
Recent review:
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Nicole helped me with a new puppy and was a lifesaver. She was dependable, easy to communicate with, responsible and trustworthy. I recommend her to anyone in need of the services she provides!
Reviewed by Josh M.
Kristal K.
Olmsted Falls, OH
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog Lover Available For Pet Care, Visits, Walking And Training!
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Having grown up with dogs my whole life, I have vast experience working with a variety of dog breeds from Pure Breeds to Mixed Breeds. I am a huge dog lover and have dogs myself! I have Certifications in Dog Training, Animal Care, Animal Nutrition and Pet First Aid & CPR! I'm available to do...
Kristal can also help with: Pet walking, Administration of medicine, Dog training, Pet sitting
Recent reviews:
5.0
Best quality of life decision I ever made. By having Kristal come during the day, I can have a full time job, and dogs, and never stress if I have to work a little later. Before we hired her, we weren't sure...
Reviewed by Yvonne S.
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Hello,
I'm very honest, responsible and Positive Person!! I am a Happy single mom with 2 girls. 16-21
I feel very confident with large dogs!!!
I have had LARGE dogs throughout my life and at this time I have three dogs two LARGE and one small. I also have two main coon cats and two...
Karin can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
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Caretaker/Handler at fast-paced dog training center and pet hotel with 6+ years of animal caretaking experience both FT and freelance.
Experience includes:
Providing in-home daytime, evening, overnight and extended-overnight (vacation) pet, farm and exotic animal care including: walks, baths,...
Zachary can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Dog training, Pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
Zach is great with my dogs! He has been my pet caretaker for overnights for three of my dogs for going on 6 years now; ranging from my prior terrier and hound-mix to now with my rescue pit bull terrier. He is...
Reviewed by Amelia M.
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Hey! My name is Cassandra and I'm currently going round a shadow training program to train service dogs and I've also gone off on my own a few times and got some certificates myself (if we schedule a meet and greet I will have them in my folder) and I'm still working on more! If you would like to...
Cassandra can also help with: Pet sitting, Dog training, Pet walking, Pet transportation, Boarding
Recent reviews:
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Cassandra is extremely helpful and knowledgeable with animals and kids. She goes the extra mile to ensure an animal is safe and healthy. Everything was done as we had discussed and if something happened (out of...
Reviewed by Danielle O.
Lindsey M.
Cross Plains, WI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitting & Training- Stay-at-home-mom & Dog Trainer
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My Bio: I'm a School Counselor (on hiatus) stay-at-home-mom. I have 25+ years of experience in pet sitting (starting when I was 8!) and 10+ years in dog training. I have various pets: an indoor bunny, chickens, a dog, and a live-in trainer dog; I help raise guide dogs for the blind and board guide...
Lindsey can also help with: Dog training, Pet sitting, Pet walking, Boarding, Pet transportation
Recent reviews:
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I can't say enough good things about Lindsey! She was able to come care for our two dogs last minute, sent us pictures of them while we were gone, and even went the extra mile to make sure our one dog who is...
Reviewed by Rowan T.
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Available for pet sitting, which includes dog walks during the pet sit if requested. (Extra fee) I have always loved animals, and more importantly, they seem to have always loved me. I have had dogs all of my life. My family and I have had dogs, birds, reptiles, fish, and even a tarantula as our...
Rick can also help with: Pet sitting
Vanessa Z.
Edgewater, MD
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dogs, Cats And Horses - Walks, Pet Sitting, Grooming And/or Light Training!
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I am a non-smoking animal lover who has one 15-year-old cat and two dogs (five yrs and 4 mos.) who used two also have two horses. I used to walk dogs for an animal shelter and worked on two different horse farms for a total of 6 yrs. I'm available for dog walking on a regular schedule (or as-needed)...
Vanessa can also help with: Grooming, Pet walking, Dog training, Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet transportation
Recent reviews:
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I feel lucky to have connected with Vanessa. She is super reliable, communicative, trustworthy, great with animals and responsible. I trust her with my dog and my home and I've felt comfortable with Vanessa...
Reviewed by Courtney S.
Raven B.
Oklahoma City, OK
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun Sitter And Dog Cuddler! Love To Teach Pups New Tricks!
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I have 4 years of experience at a vet clinic, dog daycare and Dog Training. I can help with pet sitting, walking, transportation, and dog training! Can train from basic commands such as sit to difficult commands like DPT! Love spending time with fur babies, very patient and reliable!
Raven can also help with: Dog training, Pet walking, Pet sitting, Pet transportation
Recent reviews:
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Raven did an amazing job! She was very patient with my 2 dogs (boxer/pit mixes) and you can tell she really loves dogs, and my dogs loved her! My older dog is nervous with strangers at first but Raven patiently...
Reviewed by Shelley L.
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I am an experienced dog walker & pet sitter in Hooksett, NH. My duties include daily walking, cleaning up pet waste, feeding, administering medicine, if necessary, and getting in some fun playtime.
I provide personalized service and care for my clients and their owners. I walk dogs one at a time,...
Lori can also help with: Administration of medicine, Daily feeding, Pet walking, Pet transportation, Pet sitting
Recent reviews:
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Lori is so amazing! She's super nice, punctual, truly an animal lover. I can't say enough about her. I highly recommend her! She's been amazing watching my cat Skye and French Bulldog Stella, they love her just...
Reviewed by Jessica S.
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I have been a professional pet sitter for over 17yrs & I do some dog behavior training. I trained with Cesar M. & Rick D. I do pet sitting, dog walking & overnights. I'm insured and bonded. I also give insulin injections to diabetic pets. I'm a member of NAPPS (National Association of Professional...
Rose can also help with: Pet walking, Pet transportation, Pet sitting, Dog training, Administration of medicine
Recent reviews:
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Rose is wonderful with our three border collies. She does daily visits during which she feeds, waters, plays and even cleans up after them. They have really bonded with her and she has given us great training...
Reviewed by Susan P.
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I love animals. I currently have 2 cats and 1 dog. I have been around animals all my life. I am able to train almost any dog to sit stay and shake paws. Animals need exercise and fresh air. I can help you with that.
Lynn can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting, Boarding, Daily feeding, Pet transportation, Administration of medicine
Recent reviews:
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Lynn loves people and animals. She is very outgoing and fun to be around, everyone loves her. She is very energetic with a lot of enthusiasm. She is great at dog walking. She is trustworthy and gentle with...
Reviewed by Pay T.
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I have worked with all breeds for 6 years. Since I was 16 I have had a love for animals. I have attended many courses for dog training and behavior modification. I worked with a dog boarding and daycare for 6 years and took many dogs under my care. I also attended a dog CPR class. I can do handle...
Ashley can also help with: Dog training, Pet sitting
Recent reviews:
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Extremely caring. Gives her full attention to every task given to her. Such a delight to work with. Highly recommended
Reviewed by Melissa C.
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I am a full time high school teacher of over 25 years. I adopted 2 large dogs of my own and I have done multiple training classes through Lucky Dog Academy with them in Plainfield, IL. I am also currently volunteering at Anderson Animal Shelter in North Aurora walking dogs where I have a Fear Free...
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Recent reviews:
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We love Dawn! We are so lucky to have her in our lives. She watches our older female dog and couldn't be happier!
Reviewed by Catherine M.
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Hi there! I am Starr, a 24-yr-old college graduate that loves animals! I provide cat and dog sitting, check-ins, and walks. I have worked with both cats and dogs since I was a child. I grew up on a farm so I have been around many different kinds of animals. I currently have two cats that I care for....
Starr can also help with: Dog training, Pet walking, Pet sitting
Recent reviews:
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Julia was great with my dog Molly! I was finally able to start leaving her alone for longer periods of time after hiring Julia. It made such a difference in Molly's behavior getting a walk in during the day. I...
Reviewed by Abby L.
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Hello! :) I provide your dog with fresh air and exercise when you are unable to walk him or her. I am familiar with many different dog breeds and temperaments from my 14 years of experience with dogs. In addition to that, I have experience with dog-sitting and training, and being a dog owner myself,...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, Dog training, Pet transportation, Pet walking
Recent review:
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Amanda was amazing with my border collie. Milo can be iffy around strangers both in and out of the house, and I was worried about finding a dog walker he wouldn't try to bite. He had already scared off a...
Reviewed by Marta S.
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I have been a dog owner & dog lover my entire life. I am a pro at administering medication and have successfully crate-trained and potty trained. I had a 14-year-old Weimaraner who recently went to doggy heaven, but she struggled with arthritis for several years and I had to make accommodations for...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, Boarding, Administration of medicine, Pet sitting, Pet transportation
Recent review:
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She took great care of our 3 cats who all have some special issues. She was able to give each the care they needed and everything went very well. I was thankful for such a great caregiver of our babies.
Reviewed by Amy W.
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Amy M.
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Amy is an incredibly kind, caring, and compassionate individual - care taking is at the very core of her being and has been from a young age. Amy was born to love, nurture, and lead, and her creativity becomes her greatest asset when given an opportunity to look after others. Amy will not just...
- Lindsay W.
Nicole W.
5.0
Nicole helped me with a new puppy and was a lifesaver. She was dependable, easy to communicate with, responsible and trustworthy. I recommend her to anyone in need of the services she provides!
- Josh M.
Kristal K.
5.0
Best quality of life decision I ever made. By having Kristal come during the day, I can have a full time job, and dogs, and never stress if I have to work a little later. Before we hired her, we weren't sure if we could ever feel comfortable allowing someone access to our home when we weren't...
- Yvonne S.
Zachary D.
5.0
Zach is great with my dogs! He has been my pet caretaker for overnights for three of my dogs for going on 6 years now; ranging from my prior terrier and hound-mix to now with my rescue pit bull terrier. He is calm, even-tempered, aware of animal behavior and great with any directions I leave....
- Amelia M.
Cassandra C.
5.0
Cassandra is extremely helpful and knowledgeable with animals and kids. She goes the extra mile to ensure an animal is safe and healthy. Everything was done as we had discussed and if something happened (out of her control) she would let me know. I had no problem leaving my horses or my kids in her...
- Danielle O.
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Finding a qualified and experienced dog trainer can be a great solution to many of the behavioral issues that owners are often faced with, as well as basic training such as crate training. Not only can they provide helpful training advice, but they can also offer expert tips on how to control difficult dog behaviors long-term. By having access to a specialized dog trainer, you'll benefit from their knowledge and experience, designing a personalized plan of action for your pup's needs.
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What is a dog trainer?
A dog trainer is a professional who specializes in teaching dogs basic obedience and shaping desired behavior. They may specialize in certain types of training, such as protection or scent tracking. Dog trainers use positive reinforcement techniques to help motivate their canine clients, teaching commands like “sit” and “stay” with treats and praise, and help with crate training. Good communication between the trainer and dog owners is key to successful training, so that they can work together towards the same goals. For some owners, having a knowledgeable expert on hand is invaluable. Knowing that their pooch can learn proper conduct relieves dog owners of stress concerning their pet's behavior. Nowadays, more people are turning to professional dog trainers for assistance in everything from housebreaking puppies to helping an aggressive pup adjust its reactions more peacefully.
How much do dog trainers cost?
Finding the right pet trainer for your dog can be a tricky task, especially if assigning an appropriate budget is a priority. Although the cost of hiring a dog trainer varies considerably depending on their experience, services such as board and train options, qualifications and where you live in the world, the average hourly rate for dog training on Care.com is $14.30.
\What should I look for in a good dog trainer?
When searching for a dog trainer or dog obedience classes, it is important to look for someone with experience and expertise. Look for a trainer who specializes in the type of training you are interested in. Ask questions like how many years of experience they have, what qualifications they have, and whether they offer any form of certification. Additionally, research their reputation by looking at reviews from previous clients or speaking to other dog owners who have used them. It is important to find someone who is patient, understanding and motivated – traits that will help them understand your dog’s behavior and tailor the training towards its needs.
What techniques do professional dog trainers use?
Professional dog trainers employ various techniques depending on the breed and individual characteristics of the dogs they are working with. Positive reinforcement methods such as clicker training are popular among trainers as it encourages desirable behaviors in dogs through positive reinforcement such as treats, verbal praise or toys. Some trainers may offer options to board and train, where your pup would live with them temporarily while they focus on training solely over the course of a few weeks. Operant conditioning techniques can also be used which involves punishing bad behavior while rewarding good behavior with treats or rewards. Other methods such as desensitization can be used to help dogs become accustomed to situations or objects that may cause fear or anxiety.
How often should I take my dog to see a dog trainer?
The frequency of visits to a professional trainer depends on the individual needs of your pet and how quickly they progress through their training program. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you visit your trainer at least once every few months or so in order to continue reinforcing their progress. However if you feel your pet is struggling then more frequent visits may be necessary until their skills improve. If possible try to combine visits with play time in order for them to get used to being around people more often and learn new things faster.
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Dog Trainers are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 2,421 reviews of the 7,682 listed dog trainers.